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North Rose, NY

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North Rose is a small town in New York with a population of 550. Residents earn $59,648 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
550 Population 325/sq mi density
$59,648 Median Income $33,200 per capita
$97,400 Home Value $192,400 Zillow
$854 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$59,648 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,400 home value, $854/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,648
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,400
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $854
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

How North Rose Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population550
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density325/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,648
Per Capita$33,200
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$4,063M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,400
Rent$854
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,400
Housing Units268
Rent Burden32.0%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking18.1%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation380 ft (116 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 44%
Commute25 min
Broadband84.3%
Libraries9

Is North Rose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Rose receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. North Rose offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Rose is $59,648, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Rose is $97,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $854 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

North Rose experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 140.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

North Rose has a population of 550 with a density of 325 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

550
Total Population
325
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

North Rose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Rose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Rose is $59,648, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: North Rose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,648
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,200
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$66,253

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,739
County GDP$4,063M

Business (County)

Restaurants173
Healthcare167
Retail216
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in North Rose is $97,400, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $854 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,400.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,400
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$854
27% below US avg
Rent Burden32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.0%
Housing Units268
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Effective Rate7.64%
In North Rose, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Rose vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits57.2%
Premature Death7,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access78.9%
Healthcare Facilities167
North Rose has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall140.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation380 ft (116 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density325/sq mi
Coordinates43.1872°N, 76.8864°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 13 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+92.1%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density325/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.3%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants173
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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